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3 Catholic churches desecrated in a single French archdiocese

For the seventh time in two years, churches in the Archdiocese of Tours have been desecrated.

More than 2,000 Catholic Scouts gather for Mass at Scouting America National Jamboree

Bishop Evelio Menjivar-Ayala of Wheeling-Charleston, West Virginia, and Bishop Michael Fisher of Buffalo, New York, celebrated Mass with thousands of Catholic Scouts on July 26.

Florida attorney general confronts Catholic schools over vaccine mandate

Florida’s Catholic attorney general urged Catholic schools to allow religious exemptions for vaccines, Franciscan launched a faculty appreciation fellowship, and more in this week’s education roundup.

California bishops slam state for targeting abortion pill reversal: ‘Everyone should oppose this’

The California bishops are speaking out against the state government for targeting abortion pill reversal ministries that help women choose life even after taking the chemical abortion pill.

Church in Spain grapples with sudden illegal arrival of 50,000 migrants

The Diocese of Cádiz and Ceuta is mobilizing resources to address the needs of the migrants, including by designating all money from this weekend's collection to the effort.

Archbishop Cordileone discusses future of Latin Mass restrictions, calling for ‘easier access’

People’s desire for traditional worship is “unstoppable,” Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone said. “It’s what’s drawing young people in and will continue to do so.”

New York says Catholic sisters will not be required to participate in assisted suicide

The state’s decision allows the sisters to continue “loving service to Christ’s poor” without being forced to engage in euthanasia.

St. John Paul II Retreat House to open in nation’s capital

As a young priest, then-Father Karol Wojtyła led wilderness excursions for youth to learn about the faith. He used the quiet setting for prayer and discussion, which the center hopes to reflect.

‘He presented a gun’: Dispute over Islamic mosque turns violent at New Mexico Catholic parish

A weekslong quarrel involving a local resident in Albuquerque ended with a suspect arrested on two felony charges, according to a local priest.

Catholic priest sues U.S. government as processing delays complicate visa, residency

Father Sylvester Okoh can remain in the United States as he waits, but the processing delays prevent him from performing his religious duties.